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Barış Arslan, born in Istanbul, began playing classical guitar at the age of eleven. After building a foundation in the classical repertoire, he pursued studies in music theory while simultaneously enrolling in law school. During this time, he developed a passion for jazz, performing with various groups across clubs and festivals.

At twenty-five, he met American guitarist Dave Allen, with whom he studied intensively for four years. Under Allen’s mentorship, he focused on rhythmic concepts and improvisational approaches, which became central to his musical voice.

Around that time, Arslan formed a trio with bassist Apostolos Sideris and drummer Efe Oğur. The group explored jazz standards through a modern lens while also presenting Arslan’s original compositions.

In 2024, he released his debut album Zenith, featuring his own works and highlighting his approach to storytelling through improvisation—a balance of tradition and contemporary expression within jazz. That same year, Zenith was presented to audiences at the 34th Akbank Jazz Festival. Today, rather than performing in a quartet format, he brings the album to life as the Zenith Trio, alongside pianist Adem Gülşen and drummer Efe Oğur, offering a more dynamic and distinct perspective.